Jo & Ron's Guidebook
Sightseeing
On the doorstep of the cottage, a visit to this magnificent medieval castle is an absolute must!
171 locals recommend
Conwy
On the doorstep of the cottage, a visit to this magnificent medieval castle is an absolute must!
A short distance away from the cottage lies the beautiful Bodnant Gardens (National Trust), one of several NT in the area.
194 locals recommend
National Trust - Bodnant Garden
Bodnant RoadA short distance away from the cottage lies the beautiful Bodnant Gardens (National Trust), one of several NT in the area.
Another short trip away is the scenic town of Rhos on Sea with it’s seafront, numerous cafes and eateries and independent shops.
33 locals recommend
Rhos on Sea
Another short trip away is the scenic town of Rhos on Sea with it’s seafront, numerous cafes and eateries and independent shops.
A 40 minute drive away brings you to the lovely Betws y Coed, very popular with tourists and locals alike. Breathtaking location in Snowdonia, with plenty of walks from the centre. Lots of independent shops and cafes.
251 locals recommend
Betws-y-Coed
A 40 minute drive away brings you to the lovely Betws y Coed, very popular with tourists and locals alike. Breathtaking location in Snowdonia, with plenty of walks from the centre. Lots of independent shops and cafes.
A trip to North Wales isn’t complete without visiting Llanberis with it’s beautiful lake, Padarn, surrounding mountain ranges and, of course, the most famous mountain in Wales, Snowdon! Walk if you’re feeling energetic or travel in style on the Snowdon Mountain Railway.
195 locals recommend
Snowdon Mountain Railway station
A trip to North Wales isn’t complete without visiting Llanberis with it’s beautiful lake, Padarn, surrounding mountain ranges and, of course, the most famous mountain in Wales, Snowdon! Walk if you’re feeling energetic or travel in style on the Snowdon Mountain Railway.
Our corner of Wales is known as the Adrenalin area and one of the most popular challenges is the Zip Wire in Bethesda, around 40 minutes away from the cottage.
475 locals recommend
Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
Our corner of Wales is known as the Adrenalin area and one of the most popular challenges is the Zip Wire in Bethesda, around 40 minutes away from the cottage.
Parc Llandudno hosts many of the well known national names to have a pleasant mooch in! Two minutes walk away is the main high street of Llandudno, Mostyn Street, with it’s array of local and independent shops and lovely cafes to visit.
13 locals recommend
Parc Llandudno Retail Park
Conway RoadParc Llandudno hosts many of the well known national names to have a pleasant mooch in! Two minutes walk away is the main high street of Llandudno, Mostyn Street, with it’s array of local and independent shops and lovely cafes to visit.
A 40 minute drive away takes you to the beautiful Isle of Anglesey and it’s many points of interest including Penmon (pictured), Beaumaris, the lovely beaches of Benllech and Newborough, the Port of Holyhead (you can catch a day boat to Dublin from here), the pretty hamlets of Moelfre and Traeth Bychan and the longest place name in Wales - Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch!!
74 locals recommend
Anglesey
A 40 minute drive away takes you to the beautiful Isle of Anglesey and it’s many points of interest including Penmon (pictured), Beaumaris, the lovely beaches of Benllech and Newborough, the Port of Holyhead (you can catch a day boat to Dublin from here), the pretty hamlets of Moelfre and Traeth Bychan and the longest place name in Wales - Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch!!
A lovely stroll from the cottage will bring you to the picturesque Conwy Marina with it’s resident pub/restaurant, The Mulberry. Sit and enjoy the lovely views with a glass of sparkly!
17 locals recommend
Conwy Marina
A lovely stroll from the cottage will bring you to the picturesque Conwy Marina with it’s resident pub/restaurant, The Mulberry. Sit and enjoy the lovely views with a glass of sparkly!
The beautiful Llandudno Pier!
Enjoy a walk down the restored Llandudno Victorian Pier with it’s selection of shops, amusements and cafes.
Llandudno Pier
Llandudno PierFood scene
A 30 minute drive away in the scenic Conwy Valley is the rural farmers market town of Llanrwst with it’s independent shops, river walks and award winning tea shop across the river Ti Hwnt i’r Bont.
19 locals recommend
Tu-Hwnt-I'r Bont
A 30 minute drive away in the scenic Conwy Valley is the rural farmers market town of Llanrwst with it’s independent shops, river walks and award winning tea shop across the river Ti Hwnt i’r Bont.
The Erskine Arms
Rose Hill StreetThe Erskine Arms in Conwy, popular with locals and visitors.
A real dining experience in central Conwy - Lava. Cook your own meal on a sizzling hot stone. Take your own alcohol - no corkage.
LAVA Hot Stone Kitchen
1-3 Bangor RdA real dining experience in central Conwy - Lava. Cook your own meal on a sizzling hot stone. Take your own alcohol - no corkage.
Watsons Bistro
26 Chapel StWhere the locals go!
One of our favourite places in Conwy for lunch, cake or evenings out!
42 locals recommend
Castle Hotel
High StreetOne of our favourite places in Conwy for lunch, cake or evenings out!
Neighbourhoods
A medieval, vibrant, captivating town! Lots of lovely, independent and specialist shops to browse and an eclectic mix of excellent cafes, restaurants and bars for you to safely enjoy! Not the forget the majestic castle with its walls encircling the town!
171 locals recommend
Conwy
A medieval, vibrant, captivating town! Lots of lovely, independent and specialist shops to browse and an eclectic mix of excellent cafes, restaurants and bars for you to safely enjoy! Not the forget the majestic castle with its walls encircling the town!
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Enjoy fish and chips with a view on the Quay in Conwy!
Several great fish and chip shops in the town!
Getting around
So much to see - very little travelling!
Whether by car, or easy rail/bus/taxi from the town of Conwy!
Customs and culture
Us Welsh are a friendly bunch!
Don’t hesitate to ask for help and advice to anyone!
Ways to save
Cut price tickets/admission/food
Research before you arrive and download local apps for the area!
Book before you go
National Trust, Festivals, Restaurants
If you’re coming specifically to attend an event, it’s worth checking beforehand to see if you need to book.
What to pack
Wales is a lush, green environment .........
Tideways is located in an incredibly picturesque and lush environment. Our weather can be incredibly diverse with long spells of sunshine and a regular deluge of rain! We would recommend you bring a mix of clothing and footwear!
Useful phrases
Bore Da! Prawn Da! Diolch!
The above is translated as Good Morning/Good Afternoon/ Thank you. Everywhere speaks excellent English but they’d love if you tried the lingo! The cottage has a book for you to look at to have a go.
Traveling with kids
Child friendly!
Tideways has a folding cot, changing mat and high chair. The area with its natural attractions such as parks, beaches and lakes are suitable for families to visit. There is a wealth of attractions in the area for you to visit too - download local apps and there’s bags of leaflets in the cottage too!